Diary of a Cat Mom

By Dagmar Gatell — Creator & Host of Diary of a Cat Mom
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Diary of a Cat Mom is a reflective cat podcast created and hosted by Dagmar Gatell about living in deeper awareness — with your cats, nature, and yourself. Based on real experiences with over 50 cats cared for throughout her life, each episode shares quiet observations, emotional moments, and gentle insights from everyday life with cats. From daily routines and caregiving challenges to grief, gratitude, and the small, meaningful connections that often go unnoticed — this is not a how-to podcast, but a space for reflection shaped by lived experience. Beyond life with cats, Dagmar also explores our connection to nature, personal awareness, and the ways our inner state influences the animals we care for. Because caring for cats is never just about them — it’s about how we show up, feel, and live alongside them. Created for cat lovers who see their cats as family, this podcast offers companionship, perspective, and reassurance — especially during seasons of responsibility, change, and letting go. Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal storytelling podcast and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and any health concerns should always be discussed with a trusted veterinarian. You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

  1. 5H AGO

    Ep. 26 - The Guilt of Not Being a Perfect Cat Mom 🐾💛

    Have you ever felt like you’re not doing enough for your cats—no matter how much love and care you give? In today’s diary entry, I share something deeply personal: the quiet guilt of not being the “perfect” cat mom. This Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode is a gentle reflection on expectations, self-judgment, and what truly matters in the relationship we have with our cats. What You’ll Learn  Why the feeling of “not enough” shows up as a cat mom  How perfectionism affects your relationship with your cats  A softer way to see yourself through your cat’s eyes  Why presence matters more than perfectionTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 – Feeling Not Good Enough  00:10 – The Inner Voice of Guilt  00:25 – What Is a “Perfect” Cat Mom?  00:40 – Your Cat’s Perspective  00:55 – Letting Go of Perfection  01:10 – A Message for You About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    1 min

  2. 6H AGO

    Ep. 25 - My Cat Didn’t Eat… and I Panicked 🐱💔

    What do you do when your cat suddenly won’t eat… and your mind immediately goes to the worst-case scenario? In this honest and emotional diary entry, I share a moment many cat moms know all too well—the fear that rises when something feels off with our little ones. But beneath the surface, this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode is about something deeper: learning to stay present, regulate your nervous system, and not let past pain control the present moment. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode  Why a cat not eating can trigger deep emotional fear  How past experiences shape your reactions as a cat mom  The difference between real emergencies and emotional triggers  How staying calm actually helps your cat  Why nervous system regulation matters in caregivingTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 – My cat didn’t eat… panic hit instantly  00:10 – The fear every cat mom knows  00:25 – When past experiences take over  00:45 – It’s not just about food—it’s fear  01:05 – Not every moment is an emergency  01:25 – Choosing presence over panic  01:45 – Regulating my nervous system  02:00 – Calm energy helps your cat About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    2 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Ep. 24 - How I Prevent Picky Eating & Food Stress 🐱💛 Food Variety for Cats

    If you’ve ever had a cat suddenly refuse to eat because their usual food wasn’t available, you’re not alone. In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share what I learned about offering food variety for cats — and how it completely changed the way I feed my kitties. What started as frustration turned into a simple system that reduces stress, prevents picky eating, and creates more flexibility in everyday life. This is a real-life reflection on adaptability, routine, and how small changes can make a big difference in your cat’s well-being. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Why feeding only one type of food can create long-term problems What happens when your cat refuses new food How offering variety prevents stress and food dependency My simple “cat smorgasbord” feeding method How I reduce food waste while still giving options Why this approach creates more ease for both you and your catsTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 Your Cat Refuses to Eat? This Might Be Why  00:12 The Hidden Risk of Feeding Only One Food  00:40 When Your Cat Suddenly Says “No” to Everything  01:20 The Simple Feeding Trick That Changed Everything  02:00 How I Give Variety Without Overcomplicating It  02:40 The Mistake That Leads to Food Waste  03:15 Small Changes That Create a Calmer Feeding Routine  03:45 What Works for Me — And What Might Work for You About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    4 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Ep. 23 - Creating a Calm Environment for My Cats 🐱💛 (And Why It Changes Everything)

    If your cats feel restless, fight more often, or seem needy and unsettled, you’re not alone. In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share what truly changed the energy in my multi-cat household — not by doing more, but by creating a calming environment in advance. This is a gentle reflection on how your space, sound, and energy shape your cats’ behavior — and how small shifts can bring more peace, balance, and connection into your home. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode Why environment matters more than constant attention How vertical space reduces stress and conflict How window setups can calm and engage your cats Why certain music creates tension (and what works better) How sound (like purring frequencies or singing bowls) affects behavior Why thinking ahead prevents fights and anxiety How your own energy regulates your cats’ nervous systemTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 Why doing more for your cats can backfire 00:15 The simple shift that changed everything in my home 00:45 Most cat owners miss this (and it causes stress) 01:20 Why your cats need “escape routes” 01:50 The hidden difference between your cats 02:15 What your windows are doing to your cats’ behavior 02:45 Why your cats fight (and how to reduce it) 03:10 The mistake I made with music in my home 03:35 This sound instantly calms my cats 04:00 What I play when I leave the house 04:20 Letting go of control (this was hard for me) 04:40 Your energy is affecting your cats more than you think 05:07 This changed the way I live with my cats About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    5 min

  5. 4D AGO

    Ep. 22 - Monarch Caterpillar Julistan 🦋💛 — A Story of Care, Trust, and Letting Life Unfold

    In this heartfelt episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share the story of Julistan—a tiny monarch caterpillar who unexpectedly became part of my daily life. What started as a simple moment in the garden turned into a quiet reminder of something much deeper: how small acts of care can make a real difference in the life of another being. As temperatures dropped and survival seemed uncertain, I chose to step in—not to control nature, but to support it. Watching Julistan transform from caterpillar to butterfly became a powerful reflection on trust, responsibility, and the role we play in the lives around us. Sometimes, it only takes a little effort… to change everything. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast  Why small acts of care can have a big impact on living beings  The difference between helping and interfering with nature  How transformation requires struggle to build strength  What this experience teaches about trust, faith, and timing  Why caring for animals extends beyond just our petsTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 — Introduction to Julistan’s Story  00:35 — Discovering the Monarch Caterpillar  01:15 — Bringing the Plant Inside During Cold Weather  02:05 — Finding the Caterpillar Again & Making a Safe Space  03:00 — The Cocoon Transformation Process  04:10 — The Moment the Cocoon Turned Transparent  05:05 — Watching Julistan Emerge  05:45 — Reflection: Helping vs Letting Nature Be  06:20 — Final Thoughts & Invitation to Follow the Journey About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    7 min

  6. 5D AGO

    Ep. 21 - Living with Confident Cats and Fearful Moments 🐱💛 (Tree, Bush & Anti-Dweller Behavior)

    Living with cats has taught me something deeper than just personality differences. Some cats love to climb.  Some cats love to hide in cozy spaces. And for a long time, I thought those differences meant confidence vs. fear. But what I’ve learned is this: Both tree dwellers and bush dwellers can be confident —  they just express it differently. And the real shift happens when a cat moves into fear…  into what I now understand as an “anti-dweller” state. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share what that looks like, and how I learned to support my kitty Maxie through it. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast  The difference between tree dwellers, bush dwellers, and fearful states  Why hiding doesn’t always mean personality — it can mean fear  How confident cats express themselves differently  What happens when a cat shifts into survival mode  How to support a fearful or sensitive cat without overwhelming them  How your presence affects your cat’s sense of safety Timestamps & Chapters 00:00 Tree dwellers, bush dwellers, and anti-dwellers  00:40 What confident cats actually look like  01:40 Bush dwellers vs. tree dwellers (same confidence, different expression)  02:40 What fear looks like: the “anti-dweller” state  03:30 Maxie’s story and the challenge of care  04:30 Understanding fear, mistrust, and sensitivity  05:20 How I changed my approach  06:00 Creating calm before interaction  06:30 Final reflections About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    7 min

  7. 6D AGO

    Ep. 20 - Life Is Change—for You and Your Cats Too 🤍🐾

    Life doesn’t just change for us—it changes for our cats, too. In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share a personal reflection on how our emotions, stress, and energy directly affect our cats’ behavior. From anxiety and overwhelm to calm and balance, our inner world shapes theirs more than we realize. If you’ve ever felt like everything spirals at once—your mood, your home, and your cat’s behavior—this episode will help you pause, reset, and reconnect. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast  How your emotional state affects your cat’s behavior  Why anxious energy can create chaos at home  A simple breathing technique to calm your nervous system  How mindset shifts can reduce stress for both you and your cat  Why “life is change” applies to your cats too Timestamps & Chapters 00:00 – Life is changing—for you and your cats  00:18 – How your energy affects your cats  00:48 – When stress creates chaos at home  01:18 – Realization: your behavior impacts them  01:48 – Learning to accept change  02:15 – Staying calm and balanced  02:35 – Real-life example: cat behavior & environment  03:05 – Emotional reactions vs awareness  03:40 – Breathing technique to regulate yourself  04:05 – Creating calm for you and your cats  04:20 – Final reflection and takeaway About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    5 min

  8. MAR 22

    Ep. 19 - Feeling Overwhelmed as a Cat Mom — How Your Energy Affects Your Cats 🤍🐾

    This week felt heavy. Not just busy—but overwhelming in a way that affected everything… including my cats. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast entry, I share what I noticed when my energy shifted—and how my cats responded in ways that made me pause, reflect, and reconnect. Because being a cat mom isn’t just about care… it’s about energy. What You’ll Learn in this Cat Podcast Why cats respond to your emotional stateHow overwhelm shows up in your behavior (without noticing)The hidden connection between presence and your cat’s comfortA simple way to reset your energy with your catsWhy slowing down changes everythingTimestamps & Chapters 00:00 – Feeling overwhelmed this week  00:18 – When your thoughts and body feel heavy  00:32 – How my cats reacted to my energy  00:50 – Being physically there vs emotionally present  01:05 – The deeper meaning of being a cat mom  01:20 – Slowing down and reconnecting  01:35 – The shift: calm, grounded, connected  01:50 – Closing reflection & next entry About the Diary of a Cat Mom Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats. This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian. Most of all, please remember:  You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

    2 min
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Diary of a Cat Mom is a reflective cat podcast created and hosted by Dagmar Gatell about living in deeper awareness — with your cats, nature, and yourself. Based on real experiences with over 50 cats cared for throughout her life, each episode shares quiet observations, emotional moments, and gentle insights from everyday life with cats. From daily routines and caregiving challenges to grief, gratitude, and the small, meaningful connections that often go unnoticed — this is not a how-to podcast, but a space for reflection shaped by lived experience. Beyond life with cats, Dagmar also explores our connection to nature, personal awareness, and the ways our inner state influences the animals we care for. Because caring for cats is never just about them — it’s about how we show up, feel, and live alongside them. Created for cat lovers who see their cats as family, this podcast offers companionship, perspective, and reassurance — especially during seasons of responsibility, change, and letting go. Diary of a Cat Mom is a personal storytelling podcast and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and any health concerns should always be discussed with a trusted veterinarian. You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

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  • Creator
    By Dagmar Gatell — Creator & Host of Diary of a Cat Mom
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 By Dagmar Gatell, Host of Diary of a Cat Mom
  • Show Website
    Diary of a Cat Mom